Wagner's Characin
NameWagner's Characin
Scientific NameBryconamericus wagneri
Common NamesWagner's Characin, Wagner's Tetra
FamilyCharacidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther small tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Dwarf Cichlids, Peaceful bottom dwellers
Description
Wagner's Characin is a small, peaceful schooling fish native to the Amazon basin. It features a streamlined, silvery body, often with a subtle lateral stripe and reddish hues on its fins, especially the caudal fin. This species thrives in well-planted aquariums with stable water parameters.
